A Laser That Zaps Fat? Pipe Dream Or Effective Slimmer?
Over the past twelve months or so, I’ve been hearing tidbits about a laser that zaps fat. And in light of the holidays (also known as the non-stop-over-indulgent-food-and-alcohol-bender), my mild interest took a sharp turn in the major interest direction. (Perhaps it was those extra drumsticks and pumpkin cheesecake during Thanksgiving that have evenly distributed themselves on each of my thighs.) Zerona claims to help patients melt fat, drop inches, and dress sizes – all via a non-invasive, pain-free laser. (Hmmmm. You had me at pain-free.) My momma always told me that if it sounds to good to be true, then it’s — well — too good to be true (actually, her version was “then it’s total #@#& rubbish”…close enough). So, out of sheer curiosity (and my thighs’ desire to be slimmer) I decided to research this fat-zapping laser...here’s the skinny (pun intended)…
How Does Zerona Work?
Zerona is a low level laser that stimulates the fat cells and emulsifies the fat within the cell (I’m super tempted to make a lame Star Trek joke but I’ll refrain). Then, the liquefied fat is eventually absorbed by the lymphatic system. So, by millions of fat cells becoming smaller, the end result is inches lost off the waist, hips, thighs (or targeted areas). Typically, six treatments are suggested (each session lasting approximately 40 minutes). Oh, and did I mention that there is zero pain or sensation whatsoever? Which means that you can read your People magazine or even take a catnap – all while reducing your waistline and derriere. (How’s that for too good to be true?) And per Zerona’s FAQs, there is zero down time – so you can zap your fat over your lunch break or in between shopping and a pedicure. For those with impossible schedules, you should be aware that the six sessions must be kept every other day until all sessions are completed. They suggest not allowing more than 72 hours between each treatment or else fat may be uptaken by your cells again. So, how long before you see real results? Typically, around the fourth session.
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